Democrats back Hegseth impeachment as Jeffries pledges Trump probes

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries said he supports impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, as Democrats prepare to use their incoming congressional majorities to investigate the Trump administration. Jeffries called Hegseth's actions an abuse of power and a "reckless and costly war of choice in Iran," backing a resolution led by outgoing Republican Representative Thomas Massie. Democrats flipped both the House and Senate in the November 3 midterm elections, with Jeffries poised to become speaker. Democrats plan aggressive investigations into the administration, including Stephen Miller's role in immigration policy and Elon Musk's leadership of DOGE. The White House has signaled readiness to counter these efforts, with Attorney General Todd Blanche vowing to defend administration officials.